Terry Bradshaw talks about the Quest for Excellence campaign in which Tech is attempting to raise funds for a new state of the art multi-purpose athletic facility.

Hope in spite of diversity was the theme of Louisiana Tech University’s Happening XXIV, which Tech President Daniel Reneau said was the largest Happening to date.

More than 1,200 Tech alumni, friends and supporters gathered in the Monroe Civic Center to take a look at the current and future state of Tech. This featured a speech by Reneau about the state of affairs, a look at the football program with new head coach Sonny Dykes and a visit with famous Tech alumnus Terry Bradshaw.

Reneau’s message was one of hope. Amidst a recent wave of state budget cuts, Tech President Daniel Reneau provided a hopeful look.

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In the annual Louisiana Tech University Constitution Day event, James W. Ceaser, the Harry F. Byrd Professor of Politics at the University of Virginia and director of the Program for Constitutionalism and Democracy, will explore the ways in which the Constitution is not only a document which establishes our basic institutions and rules of government. His presentation, titled “The Ties That Bind: What We Feel For Our Constitution,” explores how the Constitution is one of the chief sources of the national cohesion, an essential element binding together a diverse and pluralistic free society.

DUBACH — Dubach Town Council held its monthly meeting on Aug. 20, voting on resolutions that would increase its revenue, make an appointment to the Lincoln Parish Fire District and give the town authority to submit an application for a state-funded grant.

Before the official meeting convened, a required public hearing took place 15 minutes beforehand, with no comment coming from the general public. The required hearing stemmed from the increased property assessments in the town, resulting in a lower millage rate.
During the public hearing, Tina Hensley, the town clerk, explained to the council members the impact the resolutions would have on the town finances.

Lincoln Parish voters go to the polls Saturday to elect an assessor, clerk of court, six police jurors and three state senators, as well as help decide on statewide officials, including Louisiana’s next governor.

There are also four proposed constitutional amendments on the ballot.

Polls are open from 7 a.m. until 8 p.m. Voters must bring photo identification.

Local election officials predict a scant turnout, despite this being the gubernatorial primary.

“I think turnout’s not going to be higher than it was last fall for the mayor’s race,” Registrar of Voters Dianna Stone said.